When it comes to choosing the type of food you should feed your dog, no one knows better than you. Is that what you were hoping to hear or did you want someone else, like an expert, to tell what the world’s healthiest dog food is? It would make it much easier wouldn’t it?

Dogs, like people, have the own individuals likes and dislikes. A food one dog will love; another will hate and turn its nose up at it. Some dog foods are healthier than others too. A dog that goes running with owner every day needs much more calories than one who prefers to lie around on the couch all day. A dog food diet which has enough fat to keep sled dogs warm in the cold snowy region would probably make a smaller, less active dog very sick. The commercial kibble that stopped your dog’s scratching may cause your puppy to develop a disease.

The first place to start when choosing the best dog food is to assess your dog’s overall health. I like to make a list with two columns. One is for health problems and the other lists health assets. Any conditions which require veterinary care or medications, I mark in the "problems" column. Less serious conditions such as bad breath; teeth that are prone to tartar buildup; chronically goopy eyes; infection-prone ears; itchy paws; excessive gas; diarrhea; constipation; low or too much energy; or a sudden onset of antisocial or destructive behavior, I mark in the same column.

Next, you want to take a look at the food your dog is currently eating. Read the food’s ingredients, paying special attention to its protein and fat levels as well as the caloric content. Write all it down, so you can make any adjustments later on if need be.

Another thing to think about is the caloric content of the food your dog eats. If the dog food is energy-dense and your dog is kind of lazy, you should cut its diet portions significantly to prevent it from become overweight. Some dogs respond to enforced dieting with displays of begging, counter-surfing, and garbage-raiding. If your dog exhibits the same behavior, try using a high-fiber, low-calorie food. It won’t necessarily contain the highest-quality protein or fat sources on the market, but it will keep your dog feeling full without becoming obese.

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes so it isn’t unusual for them to show a broad range of energy requirements. You may have purchase a higher- or lower-calorie food based on the attributes listed and what affect your dog’s energy needs.